NYU Global Fest Arrives in NYC on February 28, 2013

On February 28, 2013, join the celebration of the diverse cultures and traditions within NYU's global network! Taste the food, hear the music, and catch a glimpse of life at NYU around the world.

NYU Global Fest 2013  |  Be in and of the world.

Grand Bazaar  |  12:00-2:00 pm
E&L Auditorium, Kimmel 401
Come to the Grand Bazaar for a taste tour through our global network, and stay for the great music and fun.

Global Film Fest  |  1:00-4:00 pm
Shorin Auditorium, Kimmel 802
Join us at the Global Film Festival for a great roster of NYU student shorts filmed—and set—all around the world.

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University Learning Center Upcoming Skills Workshops

The University Learning Center (ULC) has some excellent Academic Skills Workshops coming up that can teach you skills that will support your work now and into the future. The best part about the ULC is that all of their services are free for students. So sign-up now to reserve a seat.

• Improving Reading Speed and Comprehension
• Effective Reading Strategies
• Why, When and How to Use Citations
• Close Reading: Primary Sources
• Close Reading: Texts

Also be sure to check out their weekly Proofreading Clinics and English Language and Writing Support services.

Attention F-1 International Students Graduating in May 2013

If you have questions regarding your immigration options after the completion of your degree on May 21, 2013, then you need to speak to an international student advisor at the Office for Global Services (OGS; formerly OISS).

Before going you should watch the online F-1 Post Completion Workshop. Turn your speakers on for the audio portion and complete the survey at the end to indicate attendance. For more information about Optional Practical Training (OPT) in general, there is additional material online.

If you have any questions, now is the time to go to the OGS Walk-In Hours to speak with any international student advisor. If you wish to apply for OPT, the best time to apply is between mid-February and mid-March.

Walk-In Hours
Monday-Friday 1:00-4:00 pm at the OGS Office (561 LaGuardia Place)
Wednesday 5:00-7:00 pm at the Academic Resource Center (ARC)

Note: Walk-In Hours will not be available on February 15, February 18, and February 21.

The OISS has Changed: Welcome to the Office for Global Services

The Office for International Students and Scholars (OISS) has changed its name to the Office for Global Services (OGS). While the title is changing, the services and people are still there to support you in navigating the process of attending university in the United States. You can still find them online at either www.nyu.edu/oiss or at www.nyu.edu/ogs.

The OGS Student Services Office is located at 561 LaGuardia Place, with walk-in appointments available Monday-Friday 1:00-4:00 pm. They also offer extended advising hours on Wednesdays 5:00-7:00 pm, at the Academic Resource Center (ARC), located at 18 Washington Place, 1st Floor.

*Note: There are no walk-in advising hours on February 15, February 18, and February 21.

For more information, explore the updated website or contact the OGS at 212-998-4720 or via e-mail at ogs@nyu.edu.

CAS International Student Coffee Hour Starts Again in February

Thursdays - 3:30-4:30 pm         Silver 907

Mark Your Calendars!

We will welcome you back in 2013 and introduce a new batch of International Student Coffee Hours. There will be new topics, fun days, events, and new students!

New ISC executive board members

Please join me in congratulating the new appointments of the ISC executive board:

Carlo Luy- Vice President
Beatrice d'Alimonte- Community Service Chair
Aakriti Batra- TCK representative
Sung Ha Lee- Entertainment Chair

Thank you to everyone for voting and for your interest in and support of the ISC.

ISC wins President's Service Award!

Please join me in congratulating the International Student Club for winning a 2012 President's Service Award!!!!! Thank you, ISC, for all your hard work in planning great events and helping to create a vibrant international student community at NYU!